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Race for Democrat leadership will be a contest between "brothers"

14 Sept 19:00 Key points summarised by AI

The Democrat party leadership race features incumbent Abhisit Vejjajiva, former MP Warong Dejkitvigrom, and former deputy leader Alongkorn Pollabutr, characterized as a friendly competition among "brothers."
The election, anticipated in November, will employ a primary vote system, an initiative by Abhisit, aiming to establish a more democratic selection process for the new party leader.

Yesterday 17:04 Key points summarised by AI

Civic groups, including those representing labourers and older people, submitted a protest letter demanding the Bhumjaithai Party withdraw bills to shift funding for four organizations (Thai PBS, Older Persons Fund, Thai Health Promotion Foundation, Sports Authority of Thailand) from earmarked taxes to the central government budget.
Leaders argue these organizations were established for public interest, supporting public service media, elder care, public health, and sports development, and any amendments should consider all stakeholders' views.
Over 70% of parliamentary poll respondents opposed the proposed changes, prompting civic leaders to call on the ruling party to respect the people's will and withdraw the bills.
A network of slum dwellers also opposes the funding changes, threatening a rally if the government fails to address their demands.